Fir Toll Road, Mayfield, TN20

In a wonderful location between the villages of Mayfield, Five Ashes and Rotherfield, a handsome, detached country house in the Sussex style, surrounded by lovely landscaped gardens of just under 0.6 acres and with further, separate glorious park-like grounds of approximately 14 acres. With origins dating back to the seventeenth century with later additions and Listed Grade II, the house is set back from the lane in a slightly elevated position, thereby enjoying some wonderful views over its own land and beyond. Exterior elevations are typical of the period with red brick and tile hanging at first floor level, under a pitched, peg-tiled roof and leaded light casement windows. Careful to ensure the warmth and character of the original features have been preserved, the present owners have carried out a sympathetic restoration of the internal accommodation, embracing and enhancing whilst at the same time upgrading the infrastructure and carrying out a seamless extension. The characterful accommodation extends to over 3,800 square feet and is laid out over two floors. Many wonderful period details are still in evidence including exposed oak beams, timber latch doors and a variety of fireplaces some with wood burning stoves, all of which sit alongside the refinement of the recent renovations where new oak or flagstone floors were laid in some areas, a Lutron lighting system and fibre optic broadband connected. Ceiling heights are generous throughout and room sizes well proportioned, whilst the windows and French doors provide for an abundance of natural light as well as affording views over the gardens and beyond. Arranged off a wide and welcoming reception hall, which has a handsome oak staircase, there are two, elegant reception rooms each with handsome fireplaces. An inner flagstone hall leads to less formal, family living areas and supporting domestic offices, including the fine farmhouse style kitchen where there is flagstone flooring, hand painted cabinetry, granit

Outside

The property is approached via a gravel drive, leading to a parking area then on to further parking and turning space providing off road parking for a number of vehicles. The gardens are beautifully landscaped and perfectly complement the age and style of the house. Stone terracing, ideal for outdoor entertaining and for taking in the incredible outlook, adjoins the house and leads on to well-kept lawns, which are peppered with colourful shrubs and trees. Herbaceous borders burst with colour and are stocked with a wide variety of perennials providing seasonal colour. There is further terracing alongside a former dovecote and within a part walled garden with scrambling fragrant roses, the swimming pool and its terrace have commanding, far-reaching views. A detached, small Oast forms the poolroom and overflow guest accommodation with a shower/changing room and first floor bedroom with balcony from which the views are uninterrupted. There is also a fine covered terrace with heating, which is ideal for outdoor entertaining.
Approached from the lane, the park-like grounds extend to over 14 acres and are a stunning addition. A vast array of azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias and magnolia and interspersed amongst magnificent, mature trees and a bluebell wood. The paddocks have a field shelter and there is a productive kitchen garden with orchard. Outbuildings include timber workshops, stores, a greenhouse and stabling.

Situation

The house is very well located off a quiet country lane between the villages of Mayfield, Five Ashes and Rotherfield with easy access to footpaths for walks into the countryside. The 16th Century beauty of Mayfield High Street includes a charming mix of small, local shops, cafes, a post office and the renowned Middle House hotel and restaurant. The Royal Spa town of Tunbridge Wells is about 9.5 miles (The Pantiles) and is a vibrant and thriving community with a large selection of stores, boutiques and specialist shops as well as a wide selection of bars, restaurants and cafes, theatres, arts and sports centres. Trains are available from Wadhurst (8.8 miles), Frant (9 miles) and Tunbridge Wells providing fast and regular services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Cannon Street, as well as from Crowborough (5.6 miles) serving London Victoria. The area provides an excellent selection of both state and private schools including Mayfield School for Girls, local primaries and prep schools.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold
Services: Mains water and electricity; Oil fired CH/HW; LPG for cooking; Private drainage system.
Local Authority: Wealden District Council.
Council Tax – Band H